1966 Datsun 1000 vs. 1980 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1980 Triumph TR7 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Datsun 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Datsun 1000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Triumph TR7 (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1966 Datsun 1000. (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1966 Datsun 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1966 Datsun 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Triumph TR7 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Datsun 1000. (84 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Datsun 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Datsun 1000 | 1980 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Datsun | Triumph |
| Model | 1000 | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2170 mm |
